What is the average settlement for a personal injury?

It is difficult for anyone to accurately value your personal injury claim at the onset of the injury, because there are many different elements of damages that must be considered, including but not limited to the amount of medical treatment, severity of injury, duration of medical treatment and need for any ongoing or future treatment. Because a settlement brings a final resolution to the claim, we will typically wait until your treatment has ended and we have a full understanding of your medical damages, economic damages and non-economic damages (i.e. pain and suffering) before attempting to settle the claim.

How much does it cost to retain you as my attorney?

Nothing. Personal Injury is performed on a contingency fee basis, which means we only earn a fee when we settle or resolve your case. The attorney fee earned is a percentage of the overall recovery. If there is no recovery, there is no fee.

Do I have to put down a retainer or pay for the costs for pursuing my claim?

No. We will pay all necessary costs to pursue the claim, however, once the claim is resolved we will be reimbursed those costs from the settlement proceeds. If there is no recovery, the firm will not seek reimbursement for those costs.

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Being involved in an accident can be a substantial interruption to one’s life. For many accident victims, their injuries are a permanent situation from which they can never recover. An experienced personal injury attorney, like Jack M. Shapiro, will examine all of your damages — medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and pain and suffering — and calculate a full and fair settlement.

Because the Law Office of Jack M. Shapiro, P.C. handles all personal injury claims on a contingency basis, our clients don’t pay out of pocket. Mr. Shapiro recovers his fees at the end of his case and only if he wins. Call today for a free consultation.

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Proving Liability in a Personal Injury Lawsuit

While every accidental injury case is different, a personal injury lawyer must be able to prove the following four elements in order for the case to be viable.

Duty of Care

In order for an at-fault party to be liable for an accident, they must have had a duty of care for the plaintiff. Examples of duties of care include a truck driver’s responsibility to operate their vehicle in a manner that’s safe for other vehicles on the roadways, a restaurateur's duty to ensure that pathways are clear for patrons, and a dog owner’s responsibility to keep control of their animal.

Breach of Duty

An Illinois personal injury lawyer must also be able to show that the defendant somehow breached their duty of care. This could include a traffic violation that endangered other motorists, allowing a slippery substance to remain on the floor, etc.

Causation

In order to be able to pursue damages for personal injuries, a personal injury attorney has to be able to show that the defendant’s breach of duty caused the accident. In some cases, this may be immediately apparent, but facts are often obfuscated. Your attorney will need to be able to connect the first three elements to prove liability.

Damages

An attorney must be able to prove that their clients suffered damages. Damages are categorized as compensatory and non-compensatory damages. In most accident cases, the amount of damages are often in dispute.

During your initial consultation with attorney Shapiro, he will determine whether you have a valid case based on these four elements. If you do, he can begin representing you immediately.

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Common Types of Personal Injury Accidents

Accidents can occur in different ways, but personal injury lawyers tend to focus on the following categories.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Motor vehicle accidents are further subdivided into the following categories. According to the state of Illinois, there were 246,752 vehicle crashes in 2020. That comes out to 676 per day! Vehicle accidents are subdivided into the following categories.

Car Accidents

Car vs. car accidents tend to be the most common type of vehicle crash due to the high number of personal cars on the Illinois roadways.

Truck Accidents

Commercial vehicles, like semi-trucks, can weigh up to 40 times the weight of a personal vehicle, and they are often transporting hazardous materials. Consequently, commercial truck...drivers have to obtain special training and licensing. Additionally, drivers and vehicles are subject to enhanced regulation. As a truck accident lawyer, Mr. Shapiro is familiar with these regulations. He can subpoena driver and truck records from the company to determine whether both were in compliance at the time of the crash.

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcycles are capable of traveling at extremely high speeds, and they afford little protection to the riders. For these reasons, motorcycle accidents almost always involve serious injuries.

Pedestrian Accidents

Pedestrians and cyclists have no protection and are harder to notice than other vehicles. Drivers who aren’t paying attention are likely to strike people on foot, on bicycles, on skateboards, etc.

Other Accidents

Premises Liability Accidents

The proprietor of a premises has the legal responsibility to make certain that it’s safe for employees and visitors. Because slip and fall accidents are one of the more common types of accidents that occur on premises, premises liability accidents are often referred to as slips and falls or slips, trips, and falls.

Construction Accidents

OSHA has created a list of the ten most common types of workplace accidents and all of them either apply solely to construction or apply to construction and other industries. Construction accidents include falling from a scaffolding, tool-related accidents, injuries to the eyes, and more.

Dog Bite Injuries

Dog owners are responsible for ensuring that their animals are vaccinated and under control. When a dog attacks a person, it’s the owner who is responsible for damages. This is frequently covered under the defendant’s homeowner’s insurance policy.

Wrongful Death

If you have an immediate family member who has died due to the negligence of another, you may be able to recover compensation for their medical bills, funeral expenses, future lost earnings, loss of consortium, and more. If you do not have standing under Illinois law, the decedent’s estate may still be able to pursue a claim.

Common Types of Injuries in Personal Injury Cases

Personal injuries range from mild bruising or lacerations to catastrophic injuries and even death. Here are some of the most common types of injuries plaintiffs experience in the Buffalo Grove, IL law office:

Whiplash – This is extremely common in rear-end collisions, but it doesn’t always result from a car accident. Falls are another common source of whiplash.
Broken Bones – This can be from nearly any type of car accident, a fall injury, or anything involving an impact.
Traumatic Brain Injuries – Also known as TBIs, traumatic brain injuries range from mild concussions to severe head injuries where the brain is pierced.
Abrasions – Motorcycle accidents often involve abrasions to the skin, but they can result from any sort of accident where the skin meets another surface.
Internal Injuries – These are common in motor vehicle accidents and are sometimes difficult to detect.
Catastrophic Injuries – These are permanent, often severe, injuries. They include paralysis, loss of a limb, mental incapacity, etc.
Wrongful Death – Accidents are the leading cause of death in the U.S. for individuals under 44 years of age.

Reacting to an Accidental Injury

If you are involved in an accident, you might not know what your next step is. This list is not to be taken as legal advice, but it can provide useful tips for your physical and financial recovery:

Get to a Place of Safety

If you are in further danger of injury, move if you’re able to. Do not move other injured parties unless it’s absolutely necessary to protect them from further harm.

Call First Responders

The dispatcher will need to know your exact location, including your internal location if you’re in a building, the nature of your injuries, etc. If it’s a motor vehicle crash, they’ll need a description of the vehicles involved and the direction of travel.

Ask Witnesses to Remain on Scene

Witnesses have a tendency of leaving the scene of the accident. Ask for their contact information if they’re unwilling to remain on the scene.

Take Photos for Documentation

From a position of safety, photograph anything you believe may be useful for your case, including visible injuries. If it’s a vehicle accident, take pictures of the cars, the roadway, geographic indicators, etc.

Seek Medical Attention

Allow EMTs to examine you. If they recommend that you go to the hospital, follow their advice.

Why Choose the Law Office of Jack M. Shapiro, P.C.

From his Buffalo Grove location, attorney Shapiro represents clients on a contingency basis. That means that they don’t have to pay out of pocket for his professional legal advice. Jack Shapiro has years of experience representing clients in Buffalo Grove, IL, and surrounding areas. He will:

Pull medical records, reports, etc.
Review discovery evidence from opposing counsel
Subpoena and depose witnesses
Calculate your damages
Present a demand letter to the insurance company
Issue letters of protection to doctors
Negotiate with insurers
Litigate your case in an Illinois courtroom if necessary

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“Mr Shapiro was highly professional to me and the vendors. I would recommend him to anyone with a personal injury. He handled my case extremely well and I am forever grateful to him. I would welcome any questions or concerns anyone has. Thank you.”

Barbara

“Jack is that one attorney that when you meet you know you made a superior choice to hire him. Jack is well professional and experienced on how he is able to meet clients needs. What impressed me apart from every other attorney was his character. I had looked up this law firm on Google. I called the number and Jack answered right away. I explained to him my injury and situation. This is what makes Jack Shapiro Law Firm outstanding to me. He was willing to drive out to my house and meet me for a free consultation. I had a serious Back injury and couldn’t walk or drive. This was such a big relief to me that Jack would make the time that day. Just a simple phone call and it changed my life. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND JACK SHAPIRO for your personal injury case. He will do everything in the client’s best interest to get them a comfortable outcome. A honest trustworthy business partnership between CLIENT AND LAW FIRM. You can’t go wrong with JACK SHAPIRO. Thank You for hearing my story and thank you Jack Shapiro for getting me the compensation for my injuries.”

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“I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Jack recently. He is very professional and gets the job done. He is always on top of things and communicates effectively. 5 stars all around. I would definitely recommend him to any one looking for a great lawyer.”

Yesenia

“I was so pleasantly surprised at the care that Mr. Jack Shapiro gave me I was involved in an accident in September 2021 and this is August of 2022 and I already have my settlement, very generous settlement which I was not expecting. He kept me informed often of the progress he was making. I am so happy that I chose him. I have not met him before my case, but I will suggest him to everyone. I would like to thank Mr. Shapiro publicly as I have done also in private – he is fantastic.”

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Edward

“I came to Jack with a challenging claim as I'm a US citizen living overseas. He was so flexible in making time to have virtual meetings despite the 17hour time difference. He really went above and beyond what I ever expected of a lawyer dealing with my accident claim. Jack made sure to explain everything as much as I needed so that I could ultimately make the best decisions for myself. He handled the claim so professionally and quickly. It was a very unfortunate circumstance that led me to seek out his help, but he really made me feel comfortable and at ease to more or less leave the claim in his hands. I could not recommend him more! So thankful for his help! ”

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Frequently Asked Questions for Buffalo Grove, IL Personal Injury Cases

During your free consultation with attorney Shapiro, you can ask whatever questions you have pertaining to your accident case. Here are some of the most common questions accident victims ask.

Illinois allows two years from the date of the accident. In a wrongful death case, the two-year clock starts on the date of death. While these periods may seem like plenty of time, it’s in your best interest to file your claim sooner. A personal injury lawyer will require time to build your case.

Damages are broken down into three categories in Illinois:

Economic Damages – These cover all financial costs, including all medical expenses, lost wages from missing work, property damage, the cost of installing special equipment in your home to deal with your injuries, etc.
Non-economic Damages – These types of damages are often referred to as “pain and suffering” because it attempts to compensate accident victims for the intangible costs of an accident, like physical pain, emotional trauma, and inconvenience.
Punitive Damages – While economic damages and non-economic damages are considered compensatory in nature, punitive damages are intended to penalize the defendant for reckless or malicious behavior.

Illinois has no caps for personal injury damages.

Insurance adjusters are tasked with looking out for the bottom line of the insurance company. They will often make an offer that’s adequate to cover your initial medical bills and lost wages but to receive the payment, you have to sign a waiver, which means you can’t recover further damages if your condition worsens or your recovery takes longer than you anticipate. Allow a Buffalo Grove Personal Injury Lawyer to review any settlement offers from the insurance company before accepting a settlement offer.

Personal Injury Attorney for Buffalo Grove, IL Accident Victims

The Law Office of Jack M. Shapiro, P.C. fights for the rights of accident victims. If you’ve been hurt due to the negligence of another, contact attorney Shapiro for a free consultation where he can review your case and answer questions. Call a Buffalo Grove personal injury lawyer today.

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Mundelein, IL

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Cook County, IL

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Wheeling, IL

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Palatine, IL

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Schaumburg, IL

You deserve the best legal representation possible from a dedicated and caring team. We have years of experience assisting in personal injury in the Schaumburg, IL area.

Arlington Heights, IL

If you’ve suffered injuries in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, you might be entitled to fair compensation. The personal injury lawyers in Arlington Heights at the Law Office of Jack M. Shapiro are here to provide you with the support you deserve.

Hoffman Estates, IL

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Northbrook, IL

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Mount Prospect, IL

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DuPage County, IL

If you’ve experienced severe injuries in an accident that has significantly altered your life, seeking assistance is crucial. Turn to established personal injury attorneys in Dupage County right away.

McHenry County, IL

When you are injured in an accident, you need a personal injury lawyer you can trust. Attorney Jack M. Shapiro is dedicated to providing dependable legal advice and assertive representation.

Lake County, IL

An injury caused by another’s negligence can be devastating. To receive reliable assistance and the chance to financial compensation partner with seasoned personal injury lawyers in Lake County.

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Proving Liability in a Personal Injury Lawsuit

Duty of Care

Breach of Duty

Causation

Damages

Let Us Handle Your Case

Common Types of Personal Injury Accidents

Motor Vehicle Accidents

Car Accidents

Truck Accidents

Motorcycle Accidents

Pedestrian Accidents

Other Accidents

Premises Liability Accidents

Construction Accidents

Dog Bite Injuries

Wrongful Death

Common Types of Injuries in Personal Injury Cases

Reacting to an Accidental Injury

Get to a Place of Safety

Call First Responders

Ask Witnesses to Remain on Scene

Take Photos for Documentation

Seek Medical Attention

Why Choose the Law Office of Jack M. Shapiro, P.C.

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Frequently Asked Questions for Buffalo Grove, IL Personal Injury Cases

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